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Modes · D root

D Mixolydian

The 5th mode of the major scale. Like major but with a flat 7th — giving it a bluesy, rock character.

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Notes in D Mixolydian

DRoot
E2nd
F#3rd
G4th
A5th
B6th
C7th
DOctave

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About the D Mixolydian Scale

The D mixolydian scale contains the notes D, E, F#, G, A, B, C, D. It follows the interval pattern 2-2-1-2-2-1-2 and belongs to the modes family.

The 5th mode of the major scale. Like major but with a flat 7th — giving it a bluesy, rock character. Practising this scale across ascending and descending directions builds reliable recognition of its characteristic mood and sound in any musical context.